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Walnut Speakeasy

3.1 (225 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Happy hour specials

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Ryan D.

We ordered pizzas from Walnut Speakeasy for a celebration we were having at work. We ordered 12 pizzas and salads. They got the supreme, cheese, veggie, cheese and sausage, and cheese and pepperoni pizzas. Picking up the order was fast and easy. The pizzas were still hot when they arrived and warm when eaten. I highly recommend Walnut Speakeasy.

Lesley Anne Y.

We only ordered some appetizers and it was ok. Not bad but nothing amazing. The place looks like a sports bar and its a nice chill place, good for hanging out+ service was good as well. I would go back to try more stuff on the menu. Happy eating!

Justin S.

We met up with a few friends at Walnut Speakeasy over the Christmas holiday, and had a great time. The drink menu was good, the prices were reasonable, and it was the best soft pretzel any of us had tried for some time! We bought a second one :)

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Erinn B.

I don't remember our waitresses name but she was awesome!! Cocktails and nachos were 10/10. Our second time here (we are out of towners), and loved it! GREAT RANCH!!!

Carrot cake - excellent!!
Heather M.

I went here for the first time based on other yelp reviews. There is ample parking in the side parking lot. The ambiance is nicely decorated and rustic. While the waitress was nice, she could have been more attentive (she was busy sitting down with her coworkers for a while). The the beer selection is ample but the cocktail choices they offer are limited. However they offer a few cocktails of the month. Also when I asked for a double Grey Goose and lemonade they literally doubled the price of the drink. Instead it should be $2 to $3 more. However the saganaki was fantastic and was a nice portion. Highly recommended! The Parmesan crusted honey mustard chicken was fresh and delicious. While I'm not a fan of honey mustard, you cannot taste it in this dish. I requested extra lemon herb sauce based on another review - great advice! The broccoli was very good. However, the mashed potatoes tasted like they came from box. I instead recommend subbing the side with a side of fettuccine pasta with extra lemon herb sauce over it. Also, the carrot cake was a nice portion, and fresh and delicious. I will definitely be back next time I am in the area!

Cherry O.

I dined here a few weeks ago and the food and service was very good. We ordered the chicken wings which we thought were very good. Also got the southwestern egg rolls which I also recommend. We shared the rib entree which I wasn't much to rave about. It was really the sauce that was too tangy which I didn't like. I am used to a bit sweeter bbq sauce. Overall it was great service and I would come back again.

Yosef M.

Before you move any further this isn't an actual speak easy like you're used to in the city of Chicago or any big city. This restaurant is basically a sports bar. The food & drink prices are awesome I give them that. But the service was not very welcoming. It isn't the worst service I've experienced but it's pretty up there. More so slow and on their time, but maybe it's different for everybody. The food is average not to mind blowing but gets the job done.

Alicia K.

Very friendly. A little hidden gem with delicious food. We had wings with the Thursday special. We split Alamo (honey bbq with buffalo), garlic parmesan, and sweet Thai Chilli ... they were all juicy and flavorful. We also ordered a large fry which was a big plate of delicious hand cut fries! Bartender checked in frequently and was very kind. Chill atmosphere!

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Bianca R.

This place is pretty great!! We stopped here after a friends gathering. My partner and Ishared wings and cheese curds. Both were great! Our server was pretty hit and miss. Overall would go back!

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Food is always good and the drinks are always cold. So much more then a sports bar , great service always good times at the walnut

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Great prices good food. The chili appetizer is really good. I was with a group they all got the big salads everyone like them.

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Vibes on Point, everyone that works there is so friendly and food is fire! Would go there time and time again

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The food has gone downhill, it's overpriced for being very basic and the drinks aren't worth the money

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We specifically went to dinner at the speakeasy at the Club Arcadia to hear Frank Sinatra songs…read more The private elevate and secret door held great promise of a different time. Our level of anticipation evaporated almost immediately when we were assaulted by the sound. The singer on stage accompanied by a bass so loud that my bones vibrated. Was the singer good? Couldn't tell because his voice was overpowered by the music. And even though the night was advertised as a Sinatra night....Elvis entertained as much as ole blue eyes. Our group of six were jammed into a booth meant for 4 people against a wall directly in line with the speaker. That means the sound hit us, then the wall, hitting us again as sound travels. We asked if it was possible to lower the volume. No one could talk or communicate during the performance. It was temporarily lowered and then the singer signaled the sound man to up the volume again. How was the food you ask? Three of us had the fish and it was excellent. The Chacuterie tray was well appointed but the salads that followed were bland and the seasonal vegetables consisted of mostly bell peppers with a carrot thrown in. Again..perhaps we would have enjoyed our meal more without the vibrations and incredibly loud music. I downloaded a decibel meter. It said that music in a restaurant should range between 50-65 decibels; my meter averaged 90+ during the show. We spoke with a kind and understandable waiter but not the manager. Management should know from us; this was a one and done. I'm still trying to figure out why other patrons were applauding loudly when you really didn't hear the music. I'd like to say you should try it for the experience but DON'T waste your money to be attacked by sound for 2 hours.

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Club Arcada - Club Arcada stage

Club Arcada stage

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Club Arcada lounge area

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The Saddle Room - A fourth partitioned dining area.

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Complimentary bread and butter.

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3.7(423 reviews)
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Nick's Pizza & Pub - Bruschetta

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